Programme Specification

School of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics

Title of Programme: MPhys (Hons) Physics and Astrophysics

Programme Code: PMMPHY

Programme Specification

This programme specification is relevant to students entering: 01 September 2020

Associate Dean of School (Academic Quality Assurance): Stephen Kane

Signature 31 March 2020

A programme specification is a collection of key information about a programme of study (or course). It identifies the aims and learning outcomes of the programme, lists the modules that make up each stage (or year) of the programme, and the teaching, learning and assessment methods used by teaching staff. It also describes the structure of the programme, its progression requirements and any programme-specific regulations. This information is therefore useful to potential students to help them choose the right programme of study, to current students on the programme, and to staff teaching and administering the programme. ______

Summary of amendments to the programme: Section Amendment All relevant Sections 7ENT1006 has been replaced by 7ENT1111

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Programme Specification MPhys Physics and Astrophysics This programme specification (PS) is designed for prospective students, enrolled students, academic staff and potential employers. It provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the intended learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information on the teaching, learning and assessment methods, learning outcomes and content for each module can be found in Definitive Module Documents (DMDs) and Module Guides.

Section 1

Awarding Institution/Body University of Hertfordshire Teaching Institution University of Hertfordshire University/partner campuses College Lane, Bayfordbury Observatory Programme accredited by Institute of Physics (IOP) Final Qualification MPhys (Hons) All Final Award titles 1. MPhys (Hons)Physics (Qualification and Subject) 2. MPhys (Hons)Astrophysics 3. MPhys (Hons)Physics with a Year Abroad 4. MPhys (Hons)Astrophysics with a Year Abroad 5. MPhys (Hons)Physics (Sandwich) 6. MPhys (Hons)Astrophysics (Sandwich) 7. MPhys (Hons) Physics (Sandwich) with Study Abroad 8. MPhys (Hons) Astrophysics (Sandwich) with Study Abroad FHEQ level of award 7 UCAS code(s) 1. F304 MPhys Physics 2. F511 MPhys Astrophysics 3. F312 MPhys Physics with a Year Abroad 4. F510 MPhys Astrophysics with a Year Abroad Language of Delivery English

A. Programme Rationale The MPhys Physics and Astrophysics programme aims to train physicists and astrophysicists to a level commensurate with the requirements of the profession and to gain the relevant research skills required for further study. The modules are designed to reflect the importance of fundamental concepts and ideas that underpin the physical sciences. They aim to instil in the student an appreciation of the beauty of the physical world and the remarkable success that analytical, observational and experimental techniques have achieved in predicting and explaining its behaviour. Emphasis is placed on practical work in the laboratories, at the observatory and in computer suites.

The MPhys programmes allow students to study physics or astrophysics to a greater depth and breadth than possible within the BSc programmes. They provide a unified, coherent and broadly-based training in physics or astrophysics, and aim to give students a greater understanding and appreciation of the subject enabling them to work in academic or industrial research.

The programme endeavours to recruit students with a genuine enthusiasm and interest in the subject area. It seeks to foster a creative spirit in students to help them fulfil their potential, to become creative scientists and to become successful in a wide range of graduate professions where logical and analytical thinking is required.

The common level 4 studies and other core elements, reflect the belief that there is a backbone of physical theory and supporting mathematics which must underpin the whole programme. The final year project tests a wide variety of skills and brings together various aspects of the course.

Communication skills are addressed directly within the programme through compulsory modules at levels 4, 5

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and 6 and are continually supported by requirements for written coursework, individual and team work and a substantial level 7 project. In particular, electronic communication is introduced at the outset and is used thereafter both in the taught modules and projects. At level 5 students have to choose one of two modules that address professional issues relevant to a professional career. One module is aimed at career physicists whilst the other is tailored specifically to the teaching of physics and mathematics in schools.

B. Educational Aims of the Programme The programme has been devised in accordance with the University's graduate attributes of programmes of study as set out in UPR TL03.

Additionally this programme aims to: • offer an education and training based on the core requirements of the Institute of Physics that is suited to the abilities and career aspirations of students and which, by offering choices of study path, will help them realise their own potential and provide the opportunity for postgraduate work in physics and astrophysics. • offer a stimulating and supportive environment which encourages students to be critically receptive to new ideas • offer potential postgraduate students a platform which will enable them to embark upon further study in areas such as physics, astrophysics and other related disciplines • develop competence in communicating scientific results to other experts and to non-specialists, including the use of computers and software packages for information retrieval and presentation; • develop the ability to approach problem-solving activities using physical insight and laboratory/observatory skills aided where appropriate, by computer-based techniques. • develop students’ project-working skills and attributes to a level suitable for entry to postgraduate research degrees;

C. Intended Learning Outcomes The programme provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, skills and other attributes in the following areas. The programme outcomes are referenced to the QAA benchmark statements for Physics, Astronomy and Astrophysics and the Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies (2014) and relate to the typical student. Additionally, the SEEC Credit Level Descriptors for Further and Higher Education (2016) have been used as a guiding framework for curriculum design.

Knowledge and Teaching and learning methods Assessment strategy Understanding A1- the fundamental Acquisition of knowledge and Knowledge and concepts, ideas and understanding is through a understanding are assessed theories of Physics and combination of lectures, through a combination of Astrophysics; workshops, problem-based unseen examinations (A1, learning, electronic resources, A2), practical examinations A2- the mathematical and small group tutorials, coursework, (A2,), in-course assessments computational techniques directed study, feedback from (A1-A3) in the form of used to frame and solve assessment and practical work at laboratory reports and physical problems; each level, together with an logbooks (A2, A3), class investigation undertaken at level tests (A1, A2), coursework A3- the techniques of 6 (A1-A3). assignments (A1-A4), project practical work in Physics; report (A1-A4), oral and Acquisition of A4 takes place poster presentation (A1-A4). A4 - the techniques of predominantly during Level 7 of practical work in the MPhys programmes and is Astrophysics; developed across a wide range of modules, including the project, as

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A5 – selected recent well as more standard taught developments within some units undertaken at the university. current research areas of physics, building upon the Throughout, the learner is knowledge and encouraged to undertake understanding acquired independent study both to through points A1-3 above supplement and consolidate what is being taught/learnt and to broaden their individual knowledge and understanding of the subject.

Additional support is provided by StudyNet, the Mathematics Drop- In Centre and the in the case of level 4, personal tutors.

Intellectual skills Teaching and learning methods Assessment strategy B1- formulate and tackle Intellectual skills are developed Intellectual skills are problems in physics and throughout the programme by the assessed through a astrophysics; to advanced methods and strategies outlined combination of unseen levels in physics for the in section A above. examinations (B1, B3), Physics award, and to Learning Outcomes B1-B3 are practical examinations (B3), advanced levels in developed though tutorial assessed individual in- astrophysics for the exercises, workshops, course assignments (B1-B5), Astrophysics awards; coursework, group-work, laboratory/observatory laboratory or observatory work reports (B2), workbooks and B2- plan, execute and report and project work. logbooks (B1-B3), class tests the results of an (B1,B3), presentations (B1- experiment or an B4 is developed primarily within B3) and final year project investigation; to advanced the mathematics, computing and report (B1-B5). levels in physics for the project module. Physics award, and to B6 is assessed by advanced levels in The cognitive development written/verbal reports from astrophysics for the leading to B5 takes place mainly the student, the placement Astrophysics awards; at Level 7. organisation and the placement tutor. B3- use mathematics and Acquisition of Learning Outcome computing to describe the B6 is through a professional B7 is assessed through physical world or an placement in a suitable scientific relevant modules studied at investigation; or commercial organisation. an overseas institution.

B4- discuss critically the role Throughout, the learner is of numerical modeling, encouraged to develop uncertainty and intellectual skills further by approximations in independent study. physics;

B5 – critically evaluate arguments, assumptions, abstract concepts and data (that may be incomplete), make judgments, and frame appropriate questions to achieve a solution or identify a range of solutions to a problem.

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And in the case of sandwich students

B6 - will have obtained significant practical experience of working in a suitable environment, alongside professionals or others engaged in scientific or commercial work.

And in the case of students studying abroad

B7 – will have obtained significant practical experience of studying in a foreign country.

Practical skills Teaching and learning methods Assessment strategy C1- C1- perform Practical skills are developed Practical skills are assessed experimental work and through a series of laboratory through laboratory reports draw conclusions; classes at levels 4 to 5 (C1, C2) (C1) and coursework and and a level 6 project (C2) and assignments (C1, C2). C2- apply appropriate Level 7 project. C3 and C4 are analytical and modelling developed through a number of C3 and C4 are assessed techniques to physical modules at Level 7. during the project and also problems; some option modules at Throughout, the learner is Level 7 that require students C3 – produce clear and expected to consolidate their to research and write a accurate scientific reports development of practical technical review on an on complex topics, and computing skills by use of aspect of physics. prepare and give appropriate personal computers technical presentations; available in the learning resources centre. C4 – make appropriate and effective use of scientific literature, such as textbooks and refereed research articles.

Transferable skills Teaching and learning methods Assessment strategy D1- communicate effectively, Transferable skills are developed Transferable skills are both orally and in writing; through problem solving assessed through a workshops and group combination of group D2- work effectively in a presentations (D1-D3), individual presentations (D1-D3), team; assignments (D1, D3), writing individual assignments (D1, practical reports (D1) and project D3), written practical reports D3- demonstrate time, work (D1-D4). (D1-D3), project posters and personal management reports) (D1-D4). and IT skills. Throughout, the learner is encouraged to develop D4 – retrieve, synthesize and transferable skills by maintaining evaluate information and a record of evidence and data from a variety of completing a personal sources. development plan.

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D. Programme Structures, Features, Levels, Modules, and Credits

The programme is offered in full-time (4 years), sandwich/year abroad (5 years) and part-time (8 years) modes, and leads to the award of a

1. MPhys Degree in Physics 2. MPhys Degree in Astrophysics.

In addition, the BSc (Hons) degrees in the above subjects are available as an exit award after three years of study.

Entry is normally at level 4 (with suitable A-level or equivalent qualifications), but is possible at level 5, 6 or 7 with suitable qualifications (e.g. successful completion of relevant studies at the correct level at another institution). Intake is normally semester A (September).

Part-time students meet with the Programme Leader to agree which core and optional modules are to be studied during each academic year.

Professional and Statutory Regulatory Bodies The MPhys Physics and Astrophysics awards are accredited by the Institute of Physics and graduates may apply for associate membership of the society.

Work-Based Learning, including Sandwich Programmes An award in the sandwich mode is made if at least 36 weeks of approved, supervised work experience is undertaken in addition to the period required for full-time award.

Erasmus Exchange programme Erasmus students are permitted to study the course at level 5 and level 6.

Year Abroad An award in the “Year Abroad” mode is made to a student who has successfully completed the requirements for a full-time BSc award, and also successfully completed a two-semester programme of study at a partner institution in a non-UK country, as organised and approved by the University’s Study Abroad Office. The Year Abroad typically occurs between Level 5 and Level 6 of the programme and typically takes place over Semester A and Semester B.

The programme of study for the Year Abroad mode will be negotiated and approved by the Study Abroad Office in consultation with appropriate others, such as the Programme Leader (or equivalent) and the appropriate representative at the hosting institution. The programme provided by the host institution may consist of (for example): taught modules, a research project, field studies, or a mixture of these components. Prior to starting the Year Abroad, the student and programme officers from UH and the host institution

Programme Structure The programme structure and progression information below (Table 1a and 1b) is provided for the Honours award. Any interim awards are identified in Table 1b. The Programme Learning Outcomes detailed above are developed and assessed through the constituent modules. Table 2 identifies where each learning outcome is assessed.

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Table 1a Outline Programme Structure

MPhys (Hons) Physics

Mode of study Full Time/Part time

Entry point Semester A

Level 4 MPhys (Hons) Physics

Delivery

Examination

Semesters

% Practical % Language of of Language

Compulsory Modules Points Credit

Module Code Module % Coursework % Module Title % Mathematical Techniques 1 4PAM1034 30 English 50 50 0 AB Special Relativity and Quantum Physics 4PAM1066 30 English 60 40 0 AB The Physical Universe 4PAM1013 30 English 60 40 0 AB Computational Modeling 4PAM1070 15 English 0 100 0 B Experimental Physics 4PAM1068 15 English 0 100 0 A Small Group Tutorial (Level 4) 4PAM1072 0 English 0 100 0 AB

Level 5 MPhys Physics

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Pre

Delivery

Semesters

% Practical % Language of of Language

Compulsory Modules Points Credit

Module Code Module % Coursework % Module Title Examination % Mathematical Techniques 2 5PAM1022 15 4PAM1034 English 80 20 0 A Career Planning and 5PAM1049 0 English 0 100 0 A Development Professional Teaching Skills* 5PAM1025 15 English 0 100 0 A Programming* 5PAM1023 15 4PAM1070 English 0 100 0 A Quantum Mechanics 5PAM1047 15 4PAM1066 English 60 40 0 B Thermodynamics 5PAM1046 15 English 60 40 0 B Optics and Lasers 5PAM1045 15 4PAM1066 English 60 40 0 B OR 4PAM1013 Electromagnetism 5PAM1044 15 4PAM1066 English 60 40 0 A OR 4PAM1013 Small Group Tutorials (Level 5) 5PAM1048 0 English 0 100 0 AB * one or both of these two

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Optional Modules Pre

Delivery

Semesters

% Practical % Language of of Language

(choose 30 or 15 credits) Points Credit

Module Code Module % Coursework % Module Title Examination % Physics of the Solar System 5PAM1050 15 4PAM1013 English 0 100 0 A Extra-solar Planets 5PAM1051 15 4PAM1013 English 60 40 0 B Plasma Physics and Fusion 5PAM1052 15 English 70 30 0 B Reactors Differential Equations 5PAM1032 15 4PAM1034 English 80 20 0 B Motion and Tensors 5PAM1053 15 4PAM1034 English 70 30 0 B Numerical Methods 5PAM1029 15 4PAM1034 English 80 20 0 B

Optional sandwich year

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Pre

Delivery

Semesters

% Practical % Language of of Language

Optional Modules Points Credit

Module Code Module % Coursework % Module Title Examination % Professional Placement 6PAM0011 0 English 0 100 0 AB Year Abroad 6PAM0030 0 English 0 100 0 AB Placement with Study Abroad 6PAM1033 0 - English 0 100 0 AB

Level 6 MPhys Physics

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Pre

Delivery

Examination

Semesters

% Practical % Language of of Language

Compulsory Modules Points Credit

Module Code Module % Coursework % Module Title % Condensed States of Matter 6PAM1050 15 5PAM1047 English 60 40 0 A The Physics of Elementary 6PAM1051 15 5PAM1022, English 60 40 0 B Particles 5PAM1047 Physics Project and 6PAM1052 30 English 0 100 0 AB Investigative Skills Geophysical Fluid Dynamics 6PAM1053 15 5PAM1022 English 60 40 0 B

req

- Practical

Optional Modules Pre

Delivery

Semesters

% % Language of of Language

(choose 45 credits) Points Credit

Module Code Module % Coursework % Module Title Examination %

Rocket Performance and 6AAD0026 15 English 60 40 0 A Propulsion Space Dynamics 6PAM0027 15 4PAM1070 English 0 100 0 B

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Star Formation and Evolution 6PAM1055 15 5PAM1046 English 60 40 0 B The Physics of Astronomical 6PAM1057 15 5PAM1046 English 60 40 0 A Spectra Foundations of Cosmology 6PAM1056 15 English 60 40 0 A Quantum Optics and 6PAM1059 15 5PAM1047 English 0 100 0 B Information Theory Applied Optics and Photonics 6PAM1060 15 4PAM1066 English 60 40 0 A 4PAM1013, 5PAM1045 5PAM1044 Nonlinear Systems 6PAM1030 15 4PAM1034 English 80 20 0 B Partial Differential Equations 6PAM1023 15 5PAM1022 English 80 20 0 A Lagrangian Dynamics 6PAM1061 15 5PAM1022 English 80 20 0 B Further Numerical Methods 6PAM1027 15 5PAM1029 English 80 20 0 B Computational Physics 6PAM1004 15 4PAM1070 English 0 100 0 A

Level 7 MPhys Physics

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Pre

Delivery

Coursework

Semesters

% Practical % Language of of Language

Compulsory Modules Points Credit

Module Code Module % % Module Title Examination % Physics Research Project 7PAM1028 60 English 0 100 0 AB Statistics and Analysis 7PAM1035 15 English 50 50 0 A Relativity and Field Theory * 7PAM1027 15 5PAM1047, English 80 20 0 A 5PAM1044, 5PAM1022 Nature of the Climate System * 7PAM1036 15 English 60 40 0 B *At least one of these modules

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Pre

Delivery

Semesters

% Practical % Language of of Language

Optional Modules Points Credit

Module Code Module % Coursework % Module Title Examination % Quantum Field Theory 7PAM1034 15 5PAM1022, English 60 40 0 B 5PAM1047, 6PAM1061 General Relativity 7PAM1033 15 4PAM1013 English 50 50 0 B 5PAM1022 6PAM1061 CFD Techniques 7ENT1007 15 English 60 40 0 A Aerospace Aerodynamics 7ENT1111 15 English 60 40 0 B MRI Science & Principles 7HSK0101 15 5PAM1044 English 0 100 0 A CT Science & Principles 7HSK0102 15 5PAM1044 English 0 100 0 B Relativity and Field Theory * 7PAM1027 15 5PAM1047, English 80 20 0 A 5PAM1044, 5PAM1022 Nature of the Climate System * 7PAM1036 15 English 60 40 0 B High Energy Astrophysics 7PAM1020 15 English 50 50 0 B

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* At least one of these modules

BSc Hons Physics - Programme Review Transition Arrangements

Failed module prior to 2019-20 Module/modules that can be done in lieu from 2019-20 Level 4 Contemporary Physics 4PAM0009 Special Relativity and Quantum Physics 4PAM1066 Contemporary Physics (HIBT) 4PAM0030 Special Relativity and Quantum Physics (HIC) 4PAM1067 Applications of Computing 4PAM1044 Computational Modelling 4PAM1070 Applications of Computing (HIC) 4PAM1045 Computational Modelling (HIC) 4PAM1071 Laboratory Physics 1 4PAM1049 Experimental Physics 4PAM1068 Laboratory Physics 1 (HIC) 4PAM1050 Experimental Physics (HIC) 4PAM1069 Small Group Tutorial 4PAM1027 Small Group Tutorial (Level 4) 4PAM1072 applies for a deferral (normally a fail would lead to FNFA) Small Group Tutorial (HIC) 4PAM1028 Small Group Tutorial (Level 4) (HIC) 4PAM1073 applies for a deferral (normally a fail would lead to FNFA) Level 5 Quantum Physics 5PAM0027 Quantum Mechanics 5PAM1047 Thermal and Condensed matter Physics Thermodynamics 5PAM1046 5PAM0013 AND Plasma Physics and Fusion Reactors 5PAM1052 Optical Physics and Electromagnetism Optics and Lasers 5PAM1045 5PAM0026 AND Electromagnetism 5PAM1044 Dynamics 5PAM1024 Motion and Tensors 5PAM1053 Laboratory Physics 2 5PAM0023 Plasma Physics and Fusion Reactors 5PAM1052 * OR Motion and Tensors 5PAM1053 * OR Differential Equations 5PAM1032 OR Numerical Methods 5PAM1029 * provided not being done in lieu of another module Graduate Skills 5PAM1027 Career Planning and Development 5PAM1049 applies for a deferral (normally a fail would lead to FNFA) Level 6 Contemporary Quantum Physics 6PAM1007 Quantum Optics and Information Theory 6PAM1059 Waves & Fluids 6PAM0014 Geophysical Fluid Dynamics 6PAM1053 AND Applied Optics and Photonics 6PAM1060

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Physics of Stars 6PAM0015 Star Formation and Evolution 6PAM1055 AND The Physics of Astronomical Spectra 6PAM1057 Dynamics and Geometry 6PAM1026 Lagrangian Dynamics 6PAM1061 Level 7 Programming and Statistics 7PAM1023 Statistics and Analysis 7PAM1035 Atmospheric Physics 7PAM1022 Nature of the Climate System 7PAM1036

In the case that students need to retake “Investigation in Physics” 6PAM1016 in 2019-20 (or subsequently) as a result of failing the module prior to 2019-20, there are two possibilities. 1. If they have also failed a Level 5 optional module, they can take “Physics Project and Investigative Skills” 6PAM1052 in lieu of 6PAM1016 and the Level 5 optional module. 2. An Investigation in Physics will be provided in lieu of the previous failed attempt.

MPhys Astrophysics

Mode of study Full time/Part time

Entry point Semester A

Level 4 MPhys Astrophysics

Delivery

Semesters

% Practical % Language of of Language

Compulsory Modules Points Credit

Module Code Module % Coursework % Module Title Examination % Mathematical Techniques 1 4PAM1034 30 English 50 50 0 AB Special Relativity and Quantum Physics 4PAM1066 30 English 60 40 0 AB The Physical Universe 4PAM1013 30 English 60 40 0 AB Computational Modeling 4PAM1070 15 English 0 100 0 B Experimental Physics 4PAM1068 15 English 0 100 0 A Small Group Tutorial (Level 4) 4PAM1072 0 English 0 100 0 AB

Level 5 MPhys Astrophysics

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Pre

Delivery

Semesters

% Practical % Language of of Language

Compulsory Modules Points Credit

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OR 4PAM1013 Electromagnetism 5PAM1044 15 4PAM1066 English 60 40 0 A OR 4Pam1013 Small Group Tutorial (Level 5) 5PAM1048 0 English 0 100 0 AB * One or both of these two

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Optional Modules Pre

Delivery

Semesters

% Practical % Language of of Language

(choose 30 or 15 credits) Points Credit

Module Code Module % Coursework % Module Title Examination % Physics of the Solar System* 5PAM1050 15 4PAM1013 English 0 100 0 A Extra-solar Planets* 5PAM1051 15 4PAM1013 English 60 40 0 B Plasma Physics and Fusion 5PAM1052 15 English 70 30 0 B Reactors Differential Equations 5PAM1032 15 4PAM1034 English 80 20 0 B Motion and Tensors 5PAM1053 15 4PAM1034 English 70 30 0 B Numerical Methods 5PAM1029 15 4PAM1034 English 80 20 0 B * One or both of these two

Optional sandwich year

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Pre

Delivery

Semesters

% Practical % Language of of Language

Optional Modules Points Credit

Module Code Module % Coursework % Module Title Examination % Professional Placement 6PAM0011 0 - English 0 100 0 AB Year Abroad 6PAM0030 0 - English 0 100 0 AB Placement with Study Abroad 6PAM1033 0 - English 0 100 0 AB

Level 6 MPhys Astrophysics

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Pre

Delivery

Semesters

% Practical % Language of of Language

Compulsory Modules Points Credit

Module Code Module % Coursework % Module Title Examination % Condensed States of Matter 6PAM1050 15 5PAM1047 English 60 40 0 A The Physics of Elementary 6PAM1051 15 5PAM1022, English 60 40 0 B Particles 5PAM1047 Astrophysics Project and 6PAM1054 30 English 0 100 0 AB Investigative Skills Star Formation and Evolution 6PAM1055 15 5PAM1046 English 60 40 0 B Foundations of Cosmology 6PAM1056 15 English 60 40 0 A

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Optional Modules Pre

Delivery

Semesters

% Practical % Language of of Language

(choose 30 credits) Points Credit

Module Code Module % Coursework % Module Title Examination %

Rocket Performance and 6AAD0026 15 English 60 40 0 A Propulsion Space Dynamics 6PAM0027 15 4PAM1070 English 0 100 0 B The Physics of Astronomical 6PAM1057 15 5PAM1046 English 60 40 0 A Spectra The Early Universe and Galaxy 6PAM1058 15 English 60 40 0 B Formation Quantum Optics and 6PAM1059 15 5PAM1047 English 0 100 0 B Information Theory Applied Optics and Photonics 6PAM1060 15 4PAM1066 English 60 40 0 A 4PAM1013, 5PAM1045 5PAM1044 Nonlinear Systems 6PAM1030 15 4PAM1034 English 80 20 0 B Partial Differential Equations 6PAM1023 15 5PAM1022 English 80 20 0 A Lagrangian Dynamics 6PAM1061 15 5PAM1022 English 80 20 0 B Further Numerical Methods 6PAM1027 15 5PAM1029 English 80 20 0 B Computational Physics 6PAM1004 15 4PAM1070 English 0 100 0 A

Level 7 MPhys Astrophysics

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Pre

Delivery

Semesters

% Practical % Language of of Language

Compulsory Modules Points Credit

Module Code Module % Coursework % Module Title Examination % Astrophysics Research Project 7PAM1029 60 English 0 100 0 AB Statistics and Analysis 7PAM1035 15 English 50 50 0 A Galaxy Structure and Evolution * 7PAM1030 15 6PAM1058 English 60 40 0 B High Energy Astrophysics * 7PAM1020 15 English 50 50 0 B *At least one of these modules

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Pre

Delivery

Semesters

% Practical % Language of of Language

Optional Modules Points Credit

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CT Science & Principles 7HSK0102 15 5PAM1044 English 0 100 0 B Relativity and Field Theory 7PAM1027 15 5PAM1047, English 80 20 0 A 5PAM1044, 5PAM1022 Nature of the Climate System 7PAM1036 15 English 60 40 0 B High Energy Astrophysics * 7PAM1020 15 English 50 50 0 B Galaxy Structure and Evolution * 7PAM1030 15 6PAM1058 English 60 40 0 B * At least one of these modules

Programme Review Transition Arrangements

In the 2019-20 academic year the programme will undergo some changes as a result of a Programme Review. In the case that students need to retake a module in 2019-20 (or subsequently) that they failed prior to 2019- 20, and this module no longer runs in the programme, the following lists modules in the reviewed programme that can be done in lieu. Failed module prior to 2019-20 Module/modules that can be done in lieu from 2019-20 Level 4 Contemporary Physics 4PAM0009 Special Relativity and Quantum Physics 4PAM1066 Contemporary Physics (HIBT) 4PAM0030 Special Relativity and Quantum Physics (HIC) 4PAM1067 Applications of Computing 4PAM1044 Computational Modelling 4PAM1070 Applications of Computing (HIC) 4PAM1045 Computational Modelling (HIC) 4PAM1071 Laboratory Physics 1 4PAM1049 Experimental Physics 4PAM1068 Laboratory Physics 1 (HIC) 4PAM1050 Experimental Physics (HIC) 4PAM1069 Small Group Tutorial 4PAM1027 Small Group Tutorial (Level 4) 4PAM1072 applies for a deferral (normally a fail would lead to FNFA) Small Group Tutorial (HIC) 4PAM1028 Small Group Tutorial (Level 4) (HIC) 4PAM1073 applies for a deferral (normally a fail would lead to FNFA) Level 5 Quantum Physics 5PAM0027 Quantum Mechanics 5PAM1047 Optical Physics and Electromagnetism Optics and Lasers 5PAM1045 5PAM0026 AND Electromagnetism 5PAM1044 Dynamics 5PAM1024 Motion and Tensors 5PAM1053 Laboratory Physics 2 5PAM0023 Plasma Physics and Fusion Reactors 5PAM1052 * OR Motion and Tensors 5PAM1053 * OR Differential Equations 5PAM1032 OR Numerical Methods 5PAM1029 * provided not being done in lieu of another module Solar System Physics 5PAM0025 Physics of the Solar System 5PAM1050 AND Extra-Solar Planets 5PAM1051 Graduate Skills 5PAM1027 Career Planning and Development 5PAM1049 applies for a deferral (normally a fail would lead to

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FNFA) Level 6 Contemporary Quantum Physics 6PAM1007 Quantum Optics and Information Theory 6PAM1059 Waves & Fluids 6PAM0014 Geophysical Fluid Dynamics 6PAM1053 AND Applied Optics and Photonics 6PAM1060 Physics of Stars 6PAM0015 Star Formation and Evolution 6PAM1055 AND The Physics of Astronomical Spectra 6PAM1057 Cosmology and Large-Scale Structure Foundations of Cosmology 6PAM1056 6PAM1001 AND The Early Universe and Galaxy Formation 6PAM1058 Dynamics and Geometry 6PAM1026 Lagrangian Dynamics 6PAM1061 Level 7 Programming and Statistics 7PAM1023 Statistics and Analysis 7PAM1035 Atmospheric Physics 7PAM1022 Nature of the Climate System 7PAM1036

Progression to level 5 requires a minimum of 90 credits. The maximum study rate in such an instance would be 150 credits and students would be expected to remedy any failed modules from level 4 in the first instance.

Progression to non-honours level 5 with 75 credits may be permissible. The maximum study rate in such an instance would normally be 120 credits and students would be expected to remedy any failed modules from level 4 in the first instance

Progression to level 6 requires 210 credits. The maximum study rate in such an instance would be 150 credits and students would be expected to remedy any failed modules from level 5 in the first instance. At the end of Level 5 the student must be performing at 2(ii) standard or better to continue studying on the MPhys. If this is not the case, they may be transferred onto the appropriate BSc (Hons) study path.

Progression to non-honours level 6 with 180 credits may be permissible. The maximum study rate in such an instance would normally be 120 credits and students would be expected to remedy any failed modules from level 5 in the first instance

Progression to Level 7 requires 360 credit points passed with a minimum of at least 120 credits at level 6.

Honours classification The University has approved structure and assessment regulations common to all programmes. Full details are provided in UPR AS14, Section D.

Table 1b Final and interim awards available The programme provides the following final and interim awards:

Available at Programme Learning end of Outcomes developed (see Final Award Award Title Minimum requirements Level above) BSc (Hons) Physics 360 credit points including 240 6 A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3, C1, at level 6/5 of which 120 must C2, D1, D2, D3 be at level 6

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BSc (Hons) Astrophysics 360 credit points including 240 6 A1, A2, A4, B1, B2, B3 , at level 6/5 of which 120 must C1, C2, D1, D2, D3 be at level 6 BSc (Hons) Physics 360 credit points including 240 6 A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3, B4, (Sandwich) at level 6/5 of which 120 must C1, C2, D1, D2, D3 be at level 6. Minimum of a 36-week approved, and supervised placement plus have must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel. BSc (Hons) Astrophysics 360 credit points including 240 6 A1, A2, A4, B1, B2, B3 , B4, (Sandwich) at level 6/5 of which 120 must C1, C2, D1, D2, D3 be at level 6. Minimum of a 36-week approved, and supervised placement plus have must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel. BSc (Hons) Physics with a 360 credit points including 240 6 A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3, B5, Year Abroad at level 6/5 of which 120 must C1, C2, D1, D2, D3 be at level 6. With one academic year of study at an approved institution in Europe or world-wide and must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel. BSc (Hons) Astrophysics with 360 credit points including 240 6 A1, A2, A4, B1, B2, B3 , B5, a Year Abroad at level 6/5 of which 120 must C1, C2, D1, D2, D3 be at level 6. With one academic year of study at an approved institution in Europe or world-wide and must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel.

BSc (Hons) Physics 360 credit points including 240 6 A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3, B4, (Sandwich) with at level 6/5 of which 120 must B5, C1, C2, D1, D2, D3 Study Abroad be at level 6. Minimum of an 18-week approved and supervised placement plus half of one academic year of study at an approved institution in Europe or world-wide and must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel. BSc (Hons) Astrophysics 360 credit points including 240 6 A1, A2, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4, (Sandwich) with at level 6/5 of which 120 must B5, C1, C2, D1, D2, D3 Study Abroad be at level 6. Minimum of an 18-week approved and supervised placement plus half of one academic year of study at an approved institution in Europe or world-wide and must perform satisfactorily as

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assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel. MPhys (Hons) Physics 480 credits, including at least 7 A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3, B4, 360 at Level 7/6/5 of which at B5, C1, C2, C3, C4 D1, D2, least 240 must be at Level 7/6 D3, D4 and at least 120 must be at Level 7 MPhys (Hons) Astrophysics 480 credits, including at least 7 A1, A2, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4, 360 at Level 7/6/5 of which at B5, C1, C2, C3, C4 D1, D2, least 240 must be at Level 7/6 D3, D4 and at least 120 must be at Level 7 MPhys (Hons) Physics 480 credits, including at least 7 A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3, B4, (Sandwich) 360 at Level 7/6/5 of which at B5, B6, C1, C2, C3, C4 D1, least 240 must be at Level 7/6 D2, D3, D4 and at least 120 must be at Level 7. Minimum of a 36-week approved and supervised placement plus have must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel. MPhys (Hons) Astrophysics 480 credits, including at least 7 A1, A2, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4, (Sandwich) 360 at Level 7/6/5 of which at B5, B6, C1, C2, C3, C4 D1, least 240 must be at Level 7/6 D2, D3, D4 and at least 120 must be at Level 7. Minimum of a 36 week approved and supervised placement plus have must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel. MPhys (Hons) Physics with a 480 credits, including at least 7 A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3, B4, Year Abroad 360 at Level 7/6/5 of which at B5, B7, C1, C2, C3, C4 D1, least 240 must be at Level 7/6 D2, D3, D4 and at least 120 must be at Level 7. With one academic year of study at an approved institution in Europe or world- wide and must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel. MPhys (Hons) Astrophysics with 480 credits, including at least 7 A1, A2, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4, a Year Abroad 360 at Level 7/6/5 of which at B5, B7, C1, C2, C3, C4 D1, least 240 must be at Level 7/6 D2, D3, D4 and at least 120 must be at Level 7. With one academic year of study at an approved institution in Europe or world- wide and must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel. MPhys (Hons) Physics 480 credits, including at least 7 A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3, B4, (Sandwich) with 360 at Level 7/6/5 of which at B5, B6, B7, C1, C2, C3, C4 Study Abroad least 240 must be at Level 7/6 D1, D2, D3, D4 and at least 120 must be at Level 7. Minimum of an 18- week approved and supervised placement plus half of one

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academic year of study at an approved institution in Europe or world-wide and must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel. MPhys (Hons) Astrophysics 480 credits, including at least 7 A1, A2, A4, B1, B2, B3, B4, (Sandwich) with 360 at Level 7/6/5 of which at B5, B6, B7, C1, C2, C3, C4 Study Abroad least 240 must be at Level 7/6 D1, D2, D3, D4 and at least 120 must be at Level 7. Minimum of an 18- week approved and supervised placement plus half of one academic year of study at an approved institution in Europe or world-wide and must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel.

Available at Programme Learning end of Outcomes developed (see Interim Award Award Title Minimum requirements Level above) University 45 credit points at level 4 4 See UPR AS11, section 13: Certificate http://sitem.herts.ac.uk/secreg/ upr/AS11.htm Certificate of 120 credit points at level 4 4, 5 See UPR AS11, section 13: Higher http://sitem.herts.ac.uk/secreg/ Education upr/AS11.htm Diploma of 240 credit points including at 5, 6 See UPR AS11, section 13: Higher least 120 at level 5 http://sitem.herts.ac.uk/secreg/ Education upr/AS11.htm BSc Physics 300 credit points including 180 6 A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3, C1, at level 6/5 of which 60 must C2, D2 be at level 6 BSc Astrophysics 300 credit points including 180 6 A1, A2, A4, B1, B2, B3, C1, at level 6/5 of which 60 must C2, D2 be at level 6 BSc Physics 300 credit points including 180 6 A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3, B6, (Sandwich) at level 6/5 of which 60 must C1, C2, D2 be at level 6. Minimum of a 36 week approved and supervised placement plus have must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel. BSc Astrophysics 300 credit points including 180 6 A1, A2, A4, B1, B2, B3, B6, (Sandwich) at level 6/5 of which 60 must C1, C2, D2 be at level 6. Minimum of a 36 week approved and supervised placement plus have must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel. BSc Physics with a 300 credit points including 180 6 A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3, B7, Year Abroad at level 6/5 of which 60 must C1, C2, D2 be at level 6. With one academic year of study at an approved institution in Europe

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or world-wide and must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel. BSc Astrophysics with 300 credit points including 180 6 A1, A2, A4, B1, B2, B3, B7, a Year Abroad at level 6/5 of which 60 must C1, C2, D2 be at level 6. With one academic year of study at an approved institution in Europe or world-wide and must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel. BSc Physics 300 credit points including 180 6 A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3, B6, (Sandwich) with at level 6/5 of which 60 must B7, C1, C2, D2 Study Abroad be at level 6. Minimum of an 18 week approved and supervised placement plus half of one academic year of study at an approved institution in Europe or world-wide and must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel. BSc Astrophysics 300 credit points including 180 6 A1, A2, A4, B1, B2, B3, B6, (Sandwich) with at level 6/5 of which 60 must B7, C1, C2, D2 Study Abroad be at level 6. Minimum of an 18-week approved and supervised placement plus half of one academic year of study at an approved institution in Europe or world-wide and must perform satisfactorily as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel.

Programme-specific assessment regulations

The programme complies with the University's academic regulations (in particular, UPR AS11, UPR AS12/UPR AS13 and UPR AS14) with the exception of those listed below, which have been approved by the University:

None

Further programme-specific regulations (requiring School-level approval) are given below:

• Progression from one level to the next depends on meeting the pre-requisite requirements of specific chosen modules as detailed in Table 1a to 1d and 1e above. • To be eligible for any of the above awards a student must attain pass grades in compulsory courses listed in Table 1a to 1d. • In the case of a Sandwich or Year Abroad award, students must also perform satisfactorily in the professional training year, as assessed by the Professional Training Certification Panel. • The programme includes a significant amount of group working, as a consequence specific regulation governing cheating and plagiarism are provided in the student handbook. • Attendance at all scheduled learning and teaching sessions is normally required on this programme. To pass a module, a student must normally have attended 75% of the learning and teaching sessions at which attendance is required.

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If attendance falls below 75% and the students has not obtained at least 30% in either coursework or examination, the student will normally be deemed to have failed the module at the first attempt and will not be permitted to undertake referred assessment in the module.

Students who have a disability which might impact on their attendance should consult with their disability advisor and Year Tutor. • The maximum length of time that a student can remain registered on the programme is: 5 years for Full-time, 6 years for Sandwich and 8 years for Part-time.

As specified by the Institute of Physics (accrediting body), students enrolling on the MPhys Physics and MPhys Astrophysics degrees are subject to the following classification algorithms:

Course Course Must be included in Code Instance Award Title Modules Award degree algorithm PMMPHY MPHY4F, MPhys All (non-elective) level 5, level 6, and yes MPHY5S, level 7 modules to be included in the MPHY7P, Physics degree classification calculation at MPHY8P ratios of 20% level 5, 30% level 6, and 50% level 7.

Course Course Must be included in Code Instance Award Title Modules Award degree algorithm PMMPHYAP MAST4F, MPhys All (non-elective) level 5, level 6, and yes MAST5S, level 7 modules to be included in the MAST7P, Astrophysics degree classification calculation at MAST8P ratios of 20% level 5, 30% level 6, and 50% level 7.

E. Management of Programme & Support for student learning.

Management The programme is managed and administered through:

• The Physics and Astrophysics (P&A) Programme Leader, who has overall responsibility for the effective operationalisation of the programme and ensuring that academic standards are maintained, and an effective student learning experience is provided. The P&A Programme Leader also has overall responsibility for the quality assurance and enhancement of the programme providing advice and guidance to programme staff as appropriate. • Four Year Tutors, one per level, as a first point of contact for students needing academic/pastoral support/advice. • An Admissions Tutor with specific responsibility for open days and selection. • A designated Student Administrator. • Personal Tutors to provide academic and pastoral support. • Placement Tutors to oversee students on sandwich or undertaking a year abroad. • Project Tutors to guide students through their final year Project. • Student representatives on programme committee. • Dean of School. • Associate Dean (AQA). • Associate Dean (L&T). • A programme committee, the membership of which includes; Physics and Astrophysics Programme Leader, Mathematics Programme Leader, 4 P&A Year Tutors (one each for Levels 4, 5, 6, and 7), 3 Mathematics Year Tutors (one each for Levels 4, 5, and 6), Dean of School, Associate Dean of School (AQA), Associate Dean of School (L&T), student representatives, academic staff teaching modules. This

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Programme Committee is jointly chaired by the P&A Programme Leader and the Mathematics Programme Leader.

Support

Students are supported by:

• An induction week at the beginning of each new academic session. • Overseas Orientation. • English language support. • Laboratories and an Observatory. • Module option talks, which provide students with the opportunity to receive information relating to modules on offer for the following academic year. • Module delivery information given out at the commencement of each module. • The computing laboratories of School of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics • The School of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics Industrial Training Placements Office. • StudyNet, a versatile on-line inter-active intranet and learning environment. • Access to extensive digital and print collections of information resources. • Attractive modern study environment in Learning Resources Centres. • A substantial Student Centre that provides advice on issues such as finance, University regulations, legal matters, accommodation, international student support, etc. • Office of Dean of Students, incorporating Chaplaincy, Counselling and Nursery. • Medical Centre. • A Mathematics Support Service. • A University-based Disabled Student Co-ordinator. • A School Equality Committee. • The Students’ Union. • Guided student-centred learning through the use of StudyNet. • Careers Enterprise and Employment Services

F. Other sources of information In addition to this Programme Specification, the University publishes guidance to registered students on the programme and its constituent modules: • A Programme (or Student) Handbook; • A Definitive Module Document (DMD) for each constituent module; • A Module Guide for each constituent module.

The Ask Herts website provides information on a wide range of resources and services available at the University of Hertfordshire including academic support, accommodation, fees, funding, visas, wellbeing services and student societies.

As a condition of registration, all students of the University of Hertfordshire are required to comply with the University's rules, regulations and procedures. These are published in a series of documents called ‘University Policies and Regulations’ (UPRs). The University requires that all students consult these documents which are available on-line, on the UPR web site, at: http://www.herts.ac.uk/secreg/upr/. In particular, UPR SA07 ‘Regulations and Advice for Students’ Particular Attention - Index’ provides information on the UPRs that contain the academic regulations of particular relevance for undergraduate and taught postgraduate students.

In accordance with section 4(5) of the Higher Education and Research Act 2017 (HERA), the UK Office for Students (OfS) has registered the University of Hertfordshire in the register of English higher education providers. The Register can be viewed at: https://www.officeforstudents.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/the- register/the-ofs-register/. Furthermore, the OfS has judged that the University of Hertfordshire delivers consistently outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes for its students. It is of the highest quality found in the UK. Consequently, the University received a Gold award in the 2018 Teaching Excellence and Student Outcomes (TEF) exercise. This award was made in June 2018 and is valid for up to 3 years. The TEF panel’s

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report and conclusions can be accessed at: https://www.officeforstudents.org.uk/advice-and- guidance/teaching/tef-outcomes/#/provider/10007147

G. Entry requirements

The normal entry requirements for the programme are:

For current entry tariff point requirements, please refer to the relevant page for the Course on the University website or on the online prospectus.

The programme is subject to the University's Principles, Policies and Regulations for the Admission of Students to Undergraduate and Taught Postgraduate Programmes (in UPR SA03), along with associated procedures. These will take account of University policy and guidelines for assessing accredited prior certificated learning (APCL) and accredited prior experiential learning (APEL).

If you would like this information in an alternative format, please contact: Maria Aristidou ([email protected])

If you wish to receive a copy of the latest Programme Annual Monitoring and Evaluation Report (AMER) and/or the External Examiner’s Report for the programme, please email a request to [email protected]

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MPhys Physics Table 2: Development of Intended Programme Learning Outcomes in the Constituent Modules This map identifies where the programme learning outcomes are assessed in the constituent modules. It provides (i) an aid to academic staff in understanding how individual modules contribute to the programme aims (ii) a checklist for quality control purposes and (iii) a means to help students monitor their own learning, personal and professional development as the programme progresses.

Programme Learning Outcomes (as identified in section 1 and the following page) Knowledge & Understanding Intellectual Skills Practical Skills Transferable Skills

Module Module Title Code A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 Mathematical Techniques 1 4PAM1034                                 Special Relativity and

Quantum Physics 4PAM1066                                The Physical Universe 4PAM1013                                

evel 4 evel Computational Modelling 4PAM1070                                 L Small Group Tutorial (Level 4) 4PAM1072                                Experimental Physics 4PAM1068                                 Mathematical Techniques 2 5PAM1022                                 Career Planning and Development 5PAM1049                               Physics of the Solar System 5PAM1050                                Extra-solar Planets 5PAM1051                                Electromagnetism 5PAM1044                                Optics and Lasers 5PAM1045                               

Thermodynamics 5PAM1046                                Quantum Mechanics 5PAM1047                                

Plasma Physics and Fusion Level 5 Level Reactors 5PAM1052                               Differential Equations 5PAM1032                                 Programming 5PAM1023                                 Motion and Tensors 5PAM1053                                 Numerical Methods 5PAM1029                                 Small Group Tutorial (Level 5) 5PAM1048                                Professional Teaching Skills 5PAM1025                              

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Programme Learning Outcomes (as identified in section 1 and the following page) Knowledge & Understanding Intellectual Skills Practical Skills Transferable Skills Module Module Title Code A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 Placement Year 6PAM0011                                 Year Abroad 6PAM0030                                 Placement with Study Abroad 6PAM1033                                Condensed States of Matter 6PAM1050                              The Physics of Elementary Particles 6PAM1051                                 Foundations of Cosmology 6PAM1056                              The Early Universe and galaxy Formation 6PAM1058                              Nonlinear Systems 6PAM1030                                 Geophysical Fluid

Dynamics 6PAM1053                                Star Formation and Evolution 6PAM1055                              Level 6 Level The Physics of Astronomical Spectra 6PAM1057                              Space Dynamics 6PAM0027                               Computational Physics 6PAM1004                                 Further Numerical Methods 6PAM1027                                 Quantum Optics and Information Theory 6PAM1059                               Rocket Performance and Propulsion 6AAD0026                                 Partial Differential Equations 6PAM1023                                 Physics Project and Investigative Skills 6PAM1052                                Lagrangian Dynamics 6PAM1061                                 Applied Optics and

Photonics 6PAM1060                             

Physics Research Project 7PAM1028                           

Statistics and Analysis 7PAM1035                              Relativity and Field Theory 7PAM1027                               

Level 7 Level Nature of the Climate System 7PAM1036                                

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Quantum Field Theory 7PAM1034                                General Relativity 7 PAM1033                                CFD Techniques 7ENT1007                               Aerospace Aerodynamics 7ENT1111                               Science and Principles of MRI 7AHP0205                              Science and Principles of CT 7AHP0205                              High Energy Astrophysics 7PAM1020                                 Galaxy Formation and Evolution 7PAM1025                                

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MPhys Astrophysics Table 2: Development of Intended Programme Learning Outcomes in the Constituent Modules This map identifies where the programme learning outcomes are assessed in the constituent modules. It provides (i) an aid to academic staff in understanding how individual modules contribute to the programme aims (ii) a checklist for quality control purposes and (iii) a means to help students monitor their own learning, personal and professional development as the programme progresses.

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Knowledge & Understanding Intellectual Skills Practical Skills Transferable Skills Module Module Title Code A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 Placement Year 6PAM0011                                 Year Abroad 6PAM0030                                 Placement with Study Abroad 6PAM1033                                Condensed States of Matter 6PAM1050                              The Physics of Elementary Particles 6PAM1051                                 Foundations of Cosmology 6PAM1056                              The Early Universe and galaxy Formation 6PAM1058                              Nonlinear Systems 6PAM1030                                 Geophysical Fluid

Dynamics 6PAM1053                                Star Formation and Evolution 6PAM1055                              Level 6 Level The Physics of Astronomical Spectra 6PAM1057                              Space Dynamics 6PAM0027                               Computational Physics 6PAM1004                                 Further Numerical Methods 6PAM1027                                 Quantum Optics and Information Theory 6PAM1059                               Rocket Performance and Propulsion 6AAD0026                                 Partial Differential Equations 6PAM1023                                 Astrophysics Project and Investigative Skills 6PAM1054                                Lagrangian Dynamics 6PAM1061                                 Applied Optics and

Photonics 6PAM1060                              Astrophysics Research

Project 7PAM1029                            Statistics and Analysis 7PAM1035                             

Relativity and Field Theory 7PAM1027                                Level 7 Level Nature of the Climate System 7PAM1036                                

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Quantum Field Theory 7PAM1034                                General Relativity 7PAM1033                                CFD Techniques 7ENT1007                               Aerospace Aerodynamics 7ENT1111                               Science and Principles of MRI 7AHP0205                              Science and Principles of CT 7AHP0205                              High Energy Astrophysics 7PAM1020                                 Galaxy Formation and Evolution 7PAM1025                                

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KEY TO PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES Knowledge and Understanding Practical Skills A1. The fundamental concepts, ideas and theories of Physics and Astrophysics; C1. Perform experimental work and draw conclusions;

A2. The mathematical and computational techniques used to frame and C2. Apply appropriate analytical and modelling techniques to physical solve physical problems; problems.

C3. Produce clear and accurate scientific reports on complex topics, and A3. The techniques of practical work in Physics; prepare and give technical presentations;

C4. Make appropriate and effective use of scientific literature, such as A4. The techniques of practical work in Astrophysics; textbooks and refereed research articles.

A5. Selected recent developments within some current research areas of physics, building upon the knowledge and understanding acquired through points A1-3 above. Intellectual Skills Transferable Skills B1. Formulate and tackle problems in physics and astrophysics; D1. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;

B2. Plan, execute and report the results of an experiment or an investigation; D2. Work effectively in a team;

B3. Use mathematics and computing to describe the physical world or an D3. Demonstrate time, personal management and IT skills investigation

B4. Discuss critically the role of numerical modelling, uncertainty and D4. Retrieve, synthesize and evaluate information and data from a variety of approximations in physics; sources

B5. Critically evaluate arguments, assumptions, abstract concepts and data (that may be incomplete), make judgements, and frame appropriate questions to achieve a solution or identify a range of solutions to a problem;

B6. Obtain experience of working in a suitable environment alongside professionals or others engaged in scientific work.

B7. Will have obtained significant practical experience of studying in a foreign

country.

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Section 2

Programme management

Relevant QAA subject benchmarking Physics, Astronomy and Astrophysics statements Type of programme Undergraduate and Taught Post Graduate Date of validation/last periodic review October 18 Date of production/ last revision of PS March 2019 Relevant to level/cohort All students September 2020 Administrative School School of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics

Table 3 Course structure

Course details

Course code Course description HECOS

PMMPHY MPhys Physics and Astrophysics (Physics) 100425

Course details

Course code Course description HECOS

PMMPHYAP MPhys Physics and Astrophysics (Astrophysics) 100415

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